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Dr. Robert Applebaum, MD

Dr. Robert Applebaum, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Applebaum, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Kankakee, IL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with Riverside Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Cardio Thoracic and Vascular SGCL

500 N Wall St Ste 100 Kankakee, IL 60901

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(815) 933-4400

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Applebaum specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Applebaum's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Applebaum

4.6

28 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
11%
11%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
4%
4%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jessie955 in Kankakee, IL – Apr 19, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Casey7881 in Kankakee, IL – Apr 19, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Tracy16803 in Kankakee, IL – Apr 15, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jaime835 in Kankakee, IL – Apr 13, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jordin63 in Kankakee, IL – Apr 12, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Riley4498 in Kankakee, IL – Mar 06, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Payton247 in Kankakee, IL – Mar 03, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jamey868 in Kankakee, IL – Feb 21, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Ragan080 in Kankakee, IL – Feb 14, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Steven948 in Kankakee, IL – Jan 30, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Paul50031 in Kankakee, IL – Jan 14, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Ed in Kankakee, IL – Jan 02, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Robert Applebaum, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Kankakee, IL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with Riverside Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

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  • University Md

    Fellowship Hospital, 1987

  • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Cardio Thoracic and Vascular SGCL

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgical Associates500 N Wall St Ste 100 Kankakee, IL 60901
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Riverside Medical Center

    350 N Wall St
    Kankakee, IL 60901
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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